Overview of the Latest Developments in the Solana Ecosystem

Day 1 Highlights

The Frankendancer client has officially logged into the Solana mainnet, paving the way for the highly anticipated high-performance client. This client has demonstrated the ability to process millions of transactions per second on the testnet, and will gradually transition to the mainnet through Frankendancer in the future.

A new type of mobile phone designed specifically for the Solana ecosystem has been launched, featuring a lightweight design, a brighter display, and optimized battery life. It includes a built-in secure wallet to ensure transaction safety, and introduces a fee-free decentralized app store for easy access to various applications, NFTs, and DeFi tools.

A well-known wallet service has launched an embedded solution that simplifies the onboarding process for developers setting up new users. Key features include no seed login, a full-featured user interface, and a universal account system.

A leading decentralized trading platform has announced the acquisition of two data analysis companies and the launch of token, price, and exchange APIs. They plan to introduce a new inquiry system, as well as perpetual contract V2 for limit orders, a new type of oracle, and features such as gasless trading. The upcoming mobile app will support gasless trading, one-click swapping, zero fees, and integration with mainstream payment systems.

A well-known stablecoin project introduced its stablecoin to Solana via a cross-chain bridge, enhancing cross-chain liquidity and expanding the Solana DeFi ecosystem.

Multiple financial institutions, including several globally renowned investment firms and banks, have released important announcements regarding the Solana ecosystem.

A certain NFT trading platform announced that it is fully open-source, allowing developers to build upon its code. The platform fees will be shared between the foundation and contributing developers. They have also launched a funding program and introduced new products.

A cross-chain bridge project announces a major upgrade, covering intent transactions, native asset swaps, and institutional integration.

A certain derivatives trading platform has announced the launch of an on-chain experience similar to centralized exchanges, as well as a solution for providing low-latency, highly competitive liquidity for Solana DeFi.

A new virtual Visa card has been launched, allowing users to make payments directly using stablecoins on Solana, simplifying the cryptocurrency payment process.

A certain payment solution allows Shopify merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments, providing seamless payment options for the e-commerce platform.

A cross-border payment company has announced interoperability with multiple platforms, allowing users to add and withdraw stablecoins in their wallets and send funds to over 140 countries worldwide.

The first physical Web3 gaming device based on Solana has been launched, integrating gaming with blockchain technology to provide users with an enhanced experience.

A cryptocurrency exchange has announced the launch of a new blockchain network and token, expanding its ecosystem and services.

A Bitcoin-related project has announced the development of features that support Solana, which will help bring Bitcoin liquidity into the Solana ecosystem.

The iOS version of a certain horse racing game has been released, becoming the first real-money Web3 mobile game to go live on the Apple App Store.

Highlights of the Second Day

A popular token has announced the listing of exchange-traded products and hinted at the potential launch of an ETF in the future.

A major cryptocurrency exchange plans to bring its Bitcoin token to Solana, which is an important step in connecting the Bitcoin and Solana ecosystems.

A certain liquidity staking protocol collaborates with institutional-grade custody services to provide institutional clients with access to Solana staking.

A cross-chain dApp ecosystem project announced that its token will become an SPL token, which is highly consistent with Solana's vision focused on retail users.

An online travel platform has announced full integration with Solana, allowing users to book travel products using multiple cryptocurrencies, and plans to launch related travel rewards.

A cross-chain project announces that its token will be officially launched soon.

A certain NFT infrastructure provider has launched a new generation of digital asset solutions.

A fintech company has launched two new payment products: one that allows creators and organizations to monetize and expand their community profits, and another that supports payments using Solana and stablecoins globally.

The first perpetual contract DEX aggregator on Solana has announced its launch and provides an integrated trading data dashboard.

The high-performance validation client has gone live on the Solana mainnet in a non-participating voting mode, further promoting the network's scalability.

A certain lending protocol is preparing to launch spot margin trading functionality in the near future.

A well-known oracle network has launched a staking mechanism to enhance the security and reliability of data sources.

A Web3 phone priced at just $99 has begun shipping to 128 countries worldwide, providing users with an affordable entry point into a decentralized world.

A certain protocol has introduced its stablecoin product to a major staking platform, combining the advantages of stablecoins with the yields of re-staking.

Finally, the large developer conference Breakpoint 2025 for Solana will be held in Abu Dhabi, scheduled from December 11 to 13, 2025, with tickets soon to be available for a limited-time purchase.